VOICES

The VOICES program is an NSF-funded initiative where faculty design course activities that better connect with students’ backgrounds, experiences, and communities

Collaboration:


Innovation in science thrives when we bring together individuals with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and expertise. A variety of perspectives leads to more effective problem-solving, stronger research methodologies, and groundbreaking advancements in scientific applications.

Access


Ensuring individuals have fair access to opportunities, resources, and recognition is essential for maximizing talent and fostering scientific progress. By addressing obstacles that limit participation, we create an environment where everyone can contribute to advancing research and innovation.

Collaboration


Creating an environment that values and empowers individuals with a wide range of experiences and expertise is crucial for fostering teamwork and creativity in scientific innovation. This approach ensures that varied perspectives contribute to meaningful advancements in research and discovery.

If you’d like to contribute to this project, reach out! Our goal is to enhance science education by making it more engaging and relevant to all students.

VOICES TEAM


The project is lead by Dr Lissette Delgado-Cruzata, in a collaborative format with John Jay science faculty

Lissette Delgado-Cruzata PhD, MPH, Associate Professor & VOICES Project Lead